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No matter the
darkness of the path
ahead…
No matter the
luminous shapes
that clutch and grab from
the shadows…
And no matter the
fear that gnaws at you
from the inside
out…
This road must be traveled..
Not only by you…
But by everyone
who calls themselves
a member…
of the human..
race..
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David L. Whitman 06/26/2012 from the middle of the trail
Thoughts from the Outdoors 
Excellent! You know, this is something I struggle with; a lot of people say that everyone feels alone sometimes etc. but I find that of no consolation whereas a lot of people do! I just love how you pencil-shade your poetry. )
Lol. Misery loves company, except you still feel miserable lol. Thank you so much:)))))
I take comfort in the fact that the road must be traveled not only by you but by everyone who calls themselves a member of the human race because that means there is always someone close by and we can help each other travel the dark path, face the shadows, and overcome the fears.
Very good point…there’s always someone there close by
Very powerful poem, this road must be traveled we can’t escape this road no matter how much we try. We walk on it all the time we are just not aware of it.
Yes. Whether invisible, or very darkly visible…it is there.
yes it is and every day you make a new step forward
Or backwards lol. But hopefully forward:)
You can’t go back only forward;)))) what was back there it was look infront of you that you won’t trip.. Lol
Ahhhhh lol. Good point:))
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I love this poem, it really speaks to me right now.
Thank you Shanee:)))). I’m glad it spoke to you:)))
yes, can’t escape the road..determination – a good lesson..a nice poem:)
Determination:). Yes. Thank you so much:)
I don’t have to travel this road. I’m from planet of the apes!
Uhhhh isn’t that really here? Lol
It’s not always an easy road…we are all in different stages of the walk, but eventually…the colour comes back, and the air is breathable, the tightness in the chest eases…a difficult walk..lovely heart write today.
:). Yes. It goes back and forth but things have to get better:)). Thank you so much:)
Awesome poem, in every word and so true.. We must also know that there is a light, even when you don’t see it.. You can feel it if you want to deep inside your heart.. greetz Summer
Yes. Its important to be aware of that. Even when its out of sight. Thank you Summer:)
This goes so perfectly with what I just wrote
I will definitely have to take a look. Thank you Sarah:)
Oh wow David…. this one really hit me as my pretty intense shadow post today speaks of transcending the pain – and the planet … to escape this path!! Not sure if you stopped in yet today — but pretty good synchronicity here 🙂 Ok…so you are saying we have to ultimately have to walk the walk… yes, I would have to agree ~ at least while we are in our ‘earthly’ state 🙂 Love your poem …. a reality check for me 😦 and the photo lends an air of gloom and mystery ~ When I come down from my astral escape…I’ll get back on the road ~ than you dear friend… RL
Well. I think in one way or the other. We are always on the path. Sometimes as a weightless floating thing. Sometimes as if our shoes are full of lead. All depends I suppose. I loved your post Robyn. Just special special. Thank you so much lovely Robyn. Hugs hugs:))))
Yes – I agree… the path can be many things… and as long as we stay on it, we are where we are supposed to be .. though I admit – the floating thing was sort of fun 🙂 I’m so glad you liked it so much David~~ the poetry is still scary for me, but it was rather cathartic and has to be healthy for me ~~ Hugs from your spinning, whirling beach gal pal in NY ~~ RL
The poetry is scary for you, and yet you do it so well:))) spinning and whirling like a dervish…THAT was A plus writing:))))
Yay – A+ Thank you David 🙂 x
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Wow! Send me a shovel this was so deep!!
Lol. Hahahaa. Too funny kim:)
Brilliant in its simple truth. The journey you scribed matches the photo perfectly. Awe….we’re all in this together, though it feels so entirely isolated and lonely at times. Much love to you fine friend. Knight of Fishland and gentle woven truth. xoxo Sam 🙂
Yes. Its definitely and everyone journey:)))). Thank you Sam:)))))
I absolutely agree with you, David. It is important to overcome fear!
Again you have posted exceptional!
David , I wish you a good night … sending warm smiles for you! 🙂
Thank you stefania:))). Fear can be like handcuffs. Not good at all:))). Big smiles for you:))))
David, you always seem have the perfect poem and picture…I needed this today…
As always my friend…Excellent Photography and poetry.
:)) I’m so glad Cynthia…makes me happy to know that I helped you out a bit
Always do… that’s why at the end of the evening…you’ll find me here in your blog enjoying and savoring all 🙂 Thank you 🙂
nice time to enjoy some peaceful nature:))
This one just might be my favorite… if there can be such a thing?? My favorite poem of yours always seems to be the latest one! 😀 But this one is incredibly moving. I love it!
Thank you so much, Gina:)))) Hope you have a wonderful day
true! this pic is a burial ground for procrastination! x
hehehe..well said:))))
Isn’t it funny how hard it is being human, in a way.
Yes…for most of us its more of a challenge than it should be